Ross River Virus in Casey, Australia

So far this year, 19 people have been infected with Ross River virus. However, only 3 of them were infected by bites from local mosquitoes.

Advice

The risk of exposure for most travellers is low. The virus that causes Ross River fever is transmitted only through the bite of an infected mosquito. Travellers to areas where this virus is active should take all necessary precautions to avoid mosquito bites.